Tempt My Tummy Tuesday… Meatloaf with Shredded Vegetables

by Lisa on January 31, 2011

I have been craving comfort food, and one food in particular – my friend’s meatloaf. She makes hers with a healthier kick, using lots of shredded vegetables. I had never tried meatloaf with the veggies in it until I tried her. I loved it. So, if you are a meatloaf traditionalist, maybe you will consider trying something new when next preparing your meatloaf.

Meatloaf with shredded vegetables.

Meatloaf with Shredded Vegetables

1 lb lean ground hamburger meat

2 slices bread, torn into small pieces

1 egg, beaten

1/2 cup finely shredded carrots

4 Tbsp finely chopped onion

4 Tbsp finely chopped green pepper

4 Tbsp finely chopped celery

1 tsp salt

dash of pepper and garlic powder

1/4 cup ketchup, divided

Directions:

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread, egg, carrots, onion, green pepper, celery, seasonings, and half of the ketchup.

Form into a loaf in an un-greased loaf pan. Spoon remaining ketchup over loaf. Bake uncovered, at 350, for one hour, or until meat is no longer pink.

Another idea: When in season, you can use shredded summer squash and or zucchini. I know there are SO many yummy meatloaf recipes. I just wanted to share one that was new to me. Hope you enjoy.

Hi Lisa! I do love trying different meatloaf recipes and I especially love it when I can HIDE veggies in a recipe because one of my daughters is NOT a fan! Lovely! I am linking up a lovely chicken paprikash that is perfect for cold winter nights! All the best! Alex

I love how you’ve used the veggies in the meatloaf. What a great idea! I’ve been craving meatloaf lately so I need to give that a try soon. Thanks so much for hosting. I’ve linked up my banana muffins this week.

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